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Microsorum punctatum

Also Known As

  • Climbing Bird's Nest Fern
  • Dwarf Elkhorn Fern
  • Strapleaf Fern

Plant type

fern, vine

size

  • H: 3'-10'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Microsorum punctatum plant details

Microsorum punctatum is an evergreen fern or vine with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Microsorum punctatum

Plant type: fern or vine
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Microsorum punctatum

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Glossy, upright to arching, rich green fronds add a tropical look anywhere! An easily grown fern similar to its larger cousin, the Staghorn Fern, Platycerium bifurcatum but without the protect basal frond. Item # 3013.

Gardening facts about Microsorum punctatum plant

How to Grow Microsorum punctatum

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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